Sony FE 400-800mm G OSS: The Ultimate Super-Telephoto Zoom Lens
February 27, 2025Sony introduces the FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS (SEL400800G), its first 800mm super-telephoto zoom G Lens, designed for photographers seeking high-resolution performance, stunning bokeh, and fast, precise autofocus (AF). Featuring an inner-zoom design, the lens maintains a stable center of gravity for improved handling and framing. It is also compatible with 1.4x and 2x teleconverters, extending the focal length up to 1600mm, making it perfect for capturing wildlife, sports, aviation, and landscapes.
Unparalleled Reach and Stability
Covering a 400mm to 800mm super-telephoto range—and extendable to 1600mm with a 2x teleconverter—this Alpha lens offers incredible reach. Its inner-zoom mechanism ensures that the lens length remains unchanged, maintaining a stable balance for smoother control. A precisely designed zoom ring allows for seamless zooming, while safeguards prevent unintentional focal length shifts.
Beautiful Bokeh and High-Quality Rendering
With an 11-blade circular aperture, the lens produces soft, natural bokeh that enhances subject isolation. Six Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements minimize chromatic aberration, ensuring sharp, vibrant images. Flare and ghosting are also effectively controlled, delivering outstanding clarity even in backlit conditions.
Fast, Accurate Autofocus for Dynamic Subjects
Equipped with two precision linear motors, the FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS achieves rapid and accurate autofocus. It seamlessly tracks subjects at 120 fps with the Alpha 9 III, while its quiet operation makes it ideal for discreet shooting. A focus range switch (FULL/10m-NEAR/∞-8m) allows users to optimize focus control for different shooting scenarios. Additionally, focus breathing is minimized, enhancing video quality.
Versatile Shooting with Handheld or Tripod Use
Sony’s Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization reduces blur for sharper handheld shots, while pairing the lens with an Alpha body with in-body stabilization enhances stability further. Built for durability, the lens features a sturdy, non-removable foot, providing excellent balance when mounted on a tripod. The tripod mount foot rotates easily, allowing for quick switches between horizontal and vertical orientations.
Enhanced Control and Reliability in Any Environment
Three customizable focus hold buttons positioned at 90° intervals ensure easy access in any shooting position. The lens’s dust- and moisture-resistant design, along with a fluorine-coated front element, enhances durability and simplifies maintenance. Full-time DMF (Direct Manual Focus) enables seamless manual focus adjustments, while the redesigned lens hood with a lock button and filter opening ensures hassle-free operation.
With unparalleled reach, exceptional image quality, and professional-level control, the Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS is an essential tool for photographers and videographers looking to capture distant subjects with precision and clarity.
